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Recent Articles

Philo TV Review 2025: A Budget-Friendly Streaming Option for Cord-Cutters
Read our updated Philo review to discover how this affordable streaming service can save you money on your favorite shows.

What You Need To Know About The Proposed 50-Year Mortgage: Trump’s Plan, History, and Key Comparisons
Explore the pros and cons of the 50-year mortgage and how it could impact homeownership in today’s economy.

The Inspiring History of Veterans Day: From Armistice Day to Honoring America’s Heroes
Explore the History of Veterans Day and its evolution from Armistice Day to a tribute to America’s service members.

2026 Retirement Contribution Limits: Maximize Your 401(k), IRA, and Roth Savings
Explore the 2026 retirement contribution limits to maximize your tax-advantaged savings while navigating inflation constraints.

7 Biblical Money Principles That Still Work in 2025 (And How to Apply Them Today)
Learn seven biblical money principles to help you save and invest wisely, even in a volatile economic landscape.

A Eulogy And A Remembrance Of My Dad, Mark Lloyd Anderson
My dad, Mark Lloyd Anderson, died a couple of weeks ago on 11/25/24. Here is a eulogy and remembrance of the man I called dad.

Why Do We Celebrate Our Independence On The Fourth Of July?
Most people assume that because we celebrate on the 4th, that it’s the day our founding fathers actually voted and signed to approve a resolution of independence. But it’s not.

Enjoy Your Memorial Day But Let’s Remember Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice
On this Memorial Day weekend, thank you to our veterans, and thank you to those who have already paid the ultimate price. You won’t be forgotten.

25 Bible Verses For A Happy New Year!
Here are 25 bible verses for the new year, to help us frame the coming 52 weeks from a positive, hopeful and God focused perspective.
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Making Money
24 Legit Online Jobs For College Students And Teens
There are legit online jobs for college students and teens that can be done right from home or from a dorm room. Here are 24 work from home jobs to try.
PrizeRebel Review: Earn Free Gift Cards During Your Free Time
PrizeRebel is a great site to earn extra income.They offer various ways to earn money including watching videos, completing offers and answering surveys.
Life As A Financial Blogger: What You Need To Know
The most uncomfortable situation for me is that which might be easy for anyone else with a different occupation: being asked what I do for a living. Family get-togethers, social gatherings, or church services are often those places where I get asked that question. “What do you do John?” Answering The Question I used to […]
Searching For Better Yields? Lending Club Could Be The Ticket In Tough Economic Times: Returns At 12%
Lending Club continues it’s explosive growth, and should surpass $1 billion in loans originated sometime in October 2012. My returns with Lending Club are now right at 12%.
Rakuten Review: Get Cash Back On All Your Purchases
If you’re not using Rakuten when you shop online (or in store) to get cash back, you may be leaving cash on the table. Here’s how Rakuten works.
Saving Money
This Year, Invest In Yourself. Here’s How
Have you made a New Year’s resolution? I have to be honest and confess that I don’t put much stock in New Year’s resolutions because they seem to be made to be broken. Most people make resolutions that are wildly unrealistic, and then they feel bad when they don’t reach their goal. Sound familiar? Let’s […]
7 Tips For A Frugal Wedding
If you’re looking to have a beautiful wedding, but still save a few bucks, here are some tips for having a frugal wedding and reception.
How I Save… By Cutting Costs On Things I Already Pay For
One of the best ways to save money is to cut costs on your regular monthly bills that you’d be paying for anyway. Here’s how I save.
Get A Free Daily Credit Report From Credit Karma
For the past couple of years, my wife and I have been keeping close tabs on our credit. We purchased a house in late 2013 and making sure our credit was in good shape was important while we were looking for a home loan. (Yes, I know. We bought a house right before the bubble […]
Ensuring Your Own Retirement Amidst A Looming Retirement Crisis
Our country has a looming retirement crisis. What can you do to ensure that you have enough saved, and your own retirement is secure?
Reviews
FreedomPop Cell Service Now Has Iphone 5 Available: Free Cell Phone Service With Iphone!
Over a year ago I first heard about a revolutionary new service called FreedomPop that offered free mobile internet to their customers, with no strings attached. I was sure it was too good to be true. At the time I was paying $35/month for a mobile hotspot from Virgin Mobile, so i was more than […]
HDHomeRun Extend Review: The Over-The-Air Tuner And DVR For Cord Cutters
The HDHomeRun Extend over-the-air tuner and DVR is a good option if you’re looking to cut the cord. Watch live TV and record all of your favorite shows!
Ebook Review And Interview: Sell Your Crap By Adam Baker
Last week I briefly touched on a new e-book package that just came out that was written by Adam Baker, the mind behind the entertaining blog, ManVsDebt.com. The e-book talks about a topic that I know pretty well, selling your stuff to make a bit of extra cash. A couple of years ago my wife […]
PlayOn Online DVR And Video Streaming Software Review
PlayOn is a streaming hub and online DVR which organizes all of your video streaming websites in one easy to use interface. Let’s take a look at this cord cutting software!
Empower App Review: Track Your Finances And Save Money
Empower Finance app can help you to track your finances, find savings in your budget or cancel unused services. Here is my review of the Empower Finance.


